We, Indians, are averse to debt. Therefore, whenever we have surplus funds, we use it to prepay our loans. However, a home loan should not be seen under the same lens as other lending products such as car loan and personal loan. Unlike other loan products, home loan offers a number of benefits, which might…
On 15th October 2020, ICICI Bank added new features in its WhatsApp Banking services using which customers can create fixed deposits, pay utility bills, and access trading finance details instantly. The primary objective of launching these services on WhatsApp is to make banking even more convenient and accessible for the customers. This service is available…
The Unique Identification Authority of India issues the 12-digit Aadhaar Number to all the residents of India which acts as the proof of identity and proof of address for availing government subsidies and benefits. The Aadhaar Number, however, is not a citizenship certificate but it is imperative to protect the security of Aadhaar and prevent…
The Department of Telecom has now allowed the use of Aadhaar Card or Virtual ID for the online verification (e-KYC process) of mobile connections with effect from 29th September 2020. In the e-KYC based process, the Aadhaar Authentication will now be authorized online using the customer’s Aadhaar number or virtual ID and biometrics to provide…
With an intention to strengthen its image as a people’s company, Tata Group has unveiled a new series of structured loans: Flexi EMI Loans. The Group has introduced these structured loans under its financial services arm, Tata Capital.
After a significant increase in the number of reported banking frauds, in the first half of 2020, RBI has signed and sealed new guidelines to secure debit cards and credit cards. These guidelines will be operative from 1st October 2020. RBI has also instructed all the banks as well as card-issuing companies to disable online…
